I'd rather be a non-All-Star playing in the Western Conference finals than an All-Star who's sitting at home in May.

I'm very conscious of data and analytics, and understanding how our body works and different loads that we put on it throughout the course of games and practices. It helps you make adjustments if you need to, helps you be smarter about your workouts, and I think it protects you from injuries to not over-exert yourself.

He credited his teammates, who he thanked in turn, with challenging him every day and driving him forward and making him a better player.

I think I may have too much of a scientific mindset and am always looking for the caveats and qualifications in any situation. I never thought seriously of doing a PhD until relatively late in the day. I was always diligent at the book-work at university but the brightest amongst my friends all seemed to have a more intuitive grasp of the subject.

I'm pretty confident, let's just say that, in my game right now, for what it is. So if that means a win, then I'll be real happy.

I've never been afraid of big moments. I get butterflies.. I get nervous and anxious, but I think those are all good signs that I'm ready for the moment.

If you're not prepared to give some truly independent thought to what this world is all about, then what is the point of being alive?